Shire of Maroochy Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hills and pasture of the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
Hills and pasture of the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
Sunrise at the beach at Cotton Tree.
This was a cloudy morning but sunrise is always beautiful from this spot looking out to sea over the Maroochy river. #weekendgetaway
Sunset over the Maroochy river looking out to sea. Always beautiful. #weekendgetaway #colorful

Where to stay in Shire of Maroochy

Maroochydore showing landscape views, a beach and tropical scenes

Maroochydore

Maroochydore is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Maroochydore Beach and Sunshine Plaza while you're in town.

Maroochydore
Coolum Beach showing a sandy beach and landscape views as well as a couple

Coolum Beach

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Coolum Beach. A stop by Aqua Fun Park or Coolum Beach might round out your trip.

Coolum Beach
Alexandra Headland showing general coastal views, a coastal town and landscape views

Alexandra Headland

Travellers to Alexandra Headland praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Suncity Tenpin and Alex Beach.

Alexandra Headland
Cotton Tree Caravan Park

Cotton Tree

When in Cotton Tree, you can plan a visit to Maroochydore Beach and Sunshine Plaza, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cotton Tree
Marcoola beach on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland Australia #beachbound

Marcoola

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Marcoola. A stop by Marcoola Beach or Mount Coolum National Park might round out your trip.

Marcoola
Montville showing a house

Montville

Montville is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kondalilla Falls and Kondalilla National Park.

Montville
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG

4 out of 5
42 First Avenue and Fairway Drive Maroochydore QLD
The price is NZ$185 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$185
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (941 reviews)
Everything was absolutely amazing Friendly helpful staff. Livy atmosphere throughout the perfect stay. Could not fault a single thing.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

4 out of 5
270 Ocean Drive, Sunshine Coast Twin Waters QLD
The price is NZ$239 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$239
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Staff and amenities

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Landmark Resort

Landmark Resort

4 out of 5
11 Mooloolaba Esplanade Mooloolaba QLD
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,093 reviews)
Room was very clean, staff were excellent and very helpful. Super location and just across the road from the beach so we parked up in the hotel and didn’t use the car for the whole time we were there. Only comment is that the rooms are small and you have a bathroom that you literally needed a small ...

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Landmark Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Landmark Resort

Landmark Resort

4 out of 5
11 Mooloolaba Esplanade Mooloolaba QLD
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,093 reviews)
Room was very clean, staff were excellent and very helpful. Super location and just across the road from the beach so we parked up in the hotel and didn’t use the car for the whole time we were there. Only comment is that the rooms are small and you have a bathroom that you literally needed a small ...

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Landmark Resort
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Mooloolaba Esplanade & Venning St Mooloolaba QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,738 reviews)
Great location, great friendly and helpful staff and very good amenities made for a most pleasant stay- thanks Mantra on the Beach Mooloolaba!

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
Oaks Sunshine Coast Seaforth Resort

Oaks Sunshine Coast Seaforth Resort

4.5 out of 5
98-110 Alexandra Parade Alexandra Headland QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,936 reviews)
Pool, location, room and friendly staff

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Oaks Sunshine Coast Seaforth Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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